Shopping but not buying

[Mrs.RRn 2,109]

Do any of y'all - not quite at goal- find it difficult to buy clothing?? I've been shopping like crazy, but buying nothing. I finally cleaned out my closet last week (which was much more emotional than I thought it'd be), and I now have a grand total of 3 short sleeve shirts, one long sleeve shirt, and one jean (which is either being worn or washed).

Yesterday my husband brought me shopping and forced- yes, FORCED (LOL) me to buy clothing. I bought a total of 4 pieces of clothing- which somehow it still messed with my head. (One being a flattering pencil skirt from The Limited in size 12- 12!! I've never in my life seen that size in my closet!)

I guess at size 12, I shouldn't still be trying to wear 18s. LOL.

[FieryRed 55]

You go, girl! I've dropped a size (2.5 weeks post-op) but am obviously not going to buy stuff every time I drop a size or two either...so I'm focusing on find skirts (with either drawstring or elastic waists) and riding our my too-big pants, in the mean time. Thankfully, I held onto my "skinny" jeans from four years ago but they are destined to drown me too in a couple weeks. lol It's surreal, isn't it...when you realize you've not "that size" anymore? I haven't been smaller than a 16 in 17 years!!!! And in about another 20 lbs, I'll be in the 14 range (depending on what cut the pants are, of course).

Keep it up!

[kj44 215]

Same thing here. Haven't bought anything new yet. I'm halfway to goal and guess I either don't think I deserve it yet or.... Still partly think it's ( the pounds. Not style. Been out if style WAY too long anyways. Lol ) gonna come back.

[Erica mcgreer 11]

I know the feeling. I am a size 10 and I am wearing size 16. You still look in the mirror and see that big person at least I know I do.

[Mrs.RRn 2,109]

I find myself wandering into the plus size section- and then getting redirected by some sales associate- which always makes me laugh.

I've held out on not buying for as long as possible with the exception of undergarments (I may have gone a little overboard at Victorias Secret). But it's a blast to walk into a store and know I can fit something in there.

[NMJG 1,266]

Hand me downs and thrift store clothes for me while I'm losing. I find that wearing clothes that fit help me stay on track and improve my self esteem. I get rid of all the big stuff. It's a mental thing for me. If I don't have any big clothes any more I sure as heck better stick to the program.

[da1stladie 63]

I find myself wandering around stores a lot. I will normally wait for a 40-50% off sale and a store coupon or rewards to buy new clothes. I've gone from a 22/24 and 2-3X top down to a med top and 10-12 bottoms in 6 months. But the rapid weight loss messes with your perception of yourself. I'm smaller but my brain sees me larger. :-) I'm still adjusting to my new body.

[Butterthebean 8,146]

I hit goal 9 months ago and didn't buy a thing that entire time since except for used workout clothes. Then I had my TT and can't stop buying clothes. Just in the last 2 weeks I've bought 17 ties and I don't wear ties but once a year. Damn I need an intervention.

Edited November 5, 2013 by Butterthebean

[cindymg 629]

I've bought 3 sizes of jeans on my way down. The size 16s I wore once; the 14s, a few times; now the 12s are baggy and I am on my way to 10s. I never thought I would ever be smaller than a 14!

For me it was a way to see my success and made me very happy. Worth every cent! The now-too-large jeans are going on eBay.

[Mrs.RRn 2,109]

I find myself wandering around stores a lot. I will normally wait for a 40-50% off sale and a store coupon or rewards to buy new clothes. I've gone from a 22/24 and 2-3X top down to a med top and 10-12 bottoms in 6 months. But the rapid weight loss messes with your perception of yourself. I'm smaller but my brain sees me larger. :-) I'm still adjusting to my new body.

I'm with you- still seeing myself as larger. I think that's why buying these clothes were so important now. Now I can actually see my figure, and be proud of where I am.... Over 80 lbs down, and from a size 24/22 to a 12. I'm glad my husband stepped in and told me I looked ridiculous wearing larger sizes. Lol.

Edited November 5, 2013 by Mrs.RRn

[No game 14,436]

Ok am I the only one who bought new clothes all the way through

It made me feel better to buy stuff at each stage.

Nordstrom rack is a good place to get a deal.

If you don't mind standing in a line for a half hour.

[No game 14,436]

Oh but do you know my favorite things to wear still? My sweatshirts I love how big and cozy they are now when I'm home. It's like I'm wearing some giant mans sweatshirt

[Butterthebean 8,146]

My biggest problem with buying clothes now is I can finally buy them anywhere.....instead of just the big and tall store. The options are overwhelming.

[lsereno 2,525]

I also bought new clothes all the way. Not many and not expensive, but I bought workout pants, jeans, tops, sweaters, new PJs, and new undies when any got super baggy. And I don't mean falling off baggy. Also bought a couple of coats before I got to goal because mine were ridiculously large. My go to stores were Walmart, Target, and Marshalls. Also bought a few things at yard sales.

After I got to goal, I bought nicer things for each season and a swimsuit (I don't swim much).

Lynda

[sarsar 824]

Oh but do you know my favorite things to wear still? My sweatshirts I love how big and cozy they are now when I'm home. It's like I'm wearing some giant mans sweatshirt

My husband just gave me one of his sweatshirts to wear since I am freezing all the time. I love it, it's so big and comfy! I wear it all the time when I'm home.